Orthopedic contour pillow

ABSTRACT

An orthopedic contour pillow including a top portion and a bottom portion removably attached to the top portion. The bottom portion has a tapered thickness such that a user can adjust the angle of the pillow by rotating the bottom portion.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present disclosure generally relates to a pillow, and more particularly to an orthopedic contour pillow.

BACKGROUND

Pillows are used to provide a cushion for the head during sleep. Some of these pillows are orthopedic contour pillows having a curved design that adapts to head, neck and shoulder contour for back sleepers and side sleepers.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Various ones of the appended drawings merely illustrate example embodiments of the present disclosure and should not be considered as limiting its scope.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

FIG. 9 is a perspective view of an orthopedic contour pillow according to an example embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Embodiments of the present disclosure can provide an orthopedic contour pillow that allows a user to adjust the angle of the pillow according to their personal preference. For instance, the angle of the pillow can be adjusted by rotating a rear part of the pillow or by removing it altogether. This can allow for three different angle adjustments. As such, a user is able to obtain a pillow with a comfortable fit without having to purchase several different models from several different manufacturers.

In addition, in some embodiments, the orthopedic contour pillow can include an interchangeable attachment in the neck support part of the pillow. Thus, the user can choose between different attachments depending on their needs. For example, this attachment may include protrusions that provide pressure to the user's neck. As another example, the attachment may provide heat or cooling to help alleviate pain.

The present disclosure provides an orthopedic contour pillow. According to an exemplary embodiment, the orthopedic contour pillow includes a top portion and a bottom portion removably attached to the top portion. The bottom portion has a tapered thickness such that a user can adjust the angle of the pillow by rotating the bottom portion.

In the above embodiment, the length of the bottom portion can extend along the entire length of the top portion. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a fastener for removably attaching the bottom portion and the top portion together. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a removable attachment disposed in a part of the pillow for supporting a neck area of the user. The removable attachment can include a plurality of protrusions for applying pressure to the neck area of the user. The removable attachment can include a material for absorbing heat. The removable attachment can include a material that releases heat. The orthopedic contour pillow can be configured such that the pillow can be used without the bottom portion. The orthopedic contour pillow can include flexible polyurethane foam. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a removable attachment disposed on an underside of a part of the pillow for supporting the neck area of the user.

Turning to the figures, FIG. 1 shows an orthopedic contour pillow 100 according to an example embodiment. The orthopedic contour pillow 100 includes a top portion 2 and a bottom portion 4. A user can rest their head, neck, and/or shoulders on the top portion 2. The top portion 2 has a wing-type design so that a user can place their arms in the gaps 8 while resting. The top portion 2 further includes a neck support portion 6 for supporting the neck of a user. The neck support portion 6 is designed to maintain the natural curvature of the user's neck. This can help minimize neck strain by reducing stress on muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissue in and around the cervical spine.

The bottom portion 4 is disposed beneath the top portion 2. The bottom portion 4 has a sloped or tapered shape with a wider end 14 and a narrower end 16. Both the top portion 2 and the bottom portion 4 are made of flexible polyurethane foam covered with fabric.

The orthopedic contour pillow 100 also includes attachment 10 disposed in the neck support portion 6. The attachment 10 has protrusions that can apply pressure to a user's neck region to relieve pain and/or provide a massage-type effect to the neck. The attachment 10 can be made of plastic, rubber, or polyurethane foam.

The orthopedic pillow 100 further includes an attachment 12 that is disposed underneath the neck support portion 6. The attachment 12 is made of plastic and provides additional support for the neck support portion 6.

As shown in FIG. 2 , the attachment 10 can be removed from the top portion 2 and is interchangeable with other attachments that can provide different functions. For instance, the attachment 10 can include a gel that is heated in the microwave or cooled in the freezer. As such, the attachment 10 can provide heating or cooling therapy for muscle pain relief. In another example, the attachment 10 may include an electric massager that can be recharged via a charging interface such as a USB-C port.

The attachment 10 can be snapped into and out of the indent 20. The attachment 10 stays in place due to the ridges 22 on its edges that fit into a corresponding portion of the indent 20.

FIG. 3 shows the orthopedic contour pillow 100 with the bottom portion 4 and the attachment 12 detached from the top portion 2. The bottom portion 4 includes hook and loop fastener strips (e.g., VELCRO strips) used for attaching the top portion 2 and the bottom portion 4 together. The bottom portion 4 further includes a hook and loop fastener strip 28 for attaching the bottom portion 4 to the attachment 12. The attachment 12 includes a hook and loop fastener for attaching to the top portion 2.

As shown in FIG. 3 , the bottom portion 4 is arranged such that the narrower end 16 is disposed at the front side of the pillow. The bottom portion 4 can be rotated 180 degrees such that the wider end 14 is disposed toward the front side of the pillow. This will allow the user to adjust the angle of the orthopedic contour pillow 100 such that the front of the pillow is lifted (i.e., the height of the front of the pillow is increased) while the back of the pillow is dropped (i.e., the height of the back of the pillow is decreased). As another option, the user can remove the bottom portion 4 entirely and place the underside of the top portion 2 directly on a sleeping surface.

As shown in FIG. 4 , the underside of the top portion 2 includes hook and loop fasteners that correspond to those on the topside of the rear portion. The top portion 2 also includes hook and loop fastener 32 that corresponds to the hook and loop fastener 24 on the attachment 12. Thus, the top portion 2, the bottom portion 4, and the attachment 12 can all be attached together.

Of course, other methods of attachment may be used for attaching the various components together. For example, the top portion 2, the bottom portion 4, and the attachment 12 can snap together using corresponding male and female snap members. As another example, the various components may be attached together with a specially designed pillowcase. For instance, a pillow case may be used with individual pockets for each of the bottom portion 4 and the attachment 12. Such pockets could be accessible by zipper closures.

FIG. 5 . shows an orthopedic contour pillow 200 according to an example embodiment. In this embodiment, the attachment 12 has been omitted. Rather than using the attachment 12, the thickness of the neck support portion 6 has been increased. As such, the orthopedic contour pillow 200 has fewer parts.

Otherwise, the orthopedic contour pillow 200 functions similarly to the orthopedic contour pillow 100. For example, similar to the pillow 100, the pillow 200 includes attachment 10 and bottom portion 4.

As shown in FIG. 5 , the narrower end 16 of the bottom portion 4 is disposed toward the front of the pillow 200 and the wider end 14 is disposed toward the rear of the pillow 200. This provides more lift in the back of the pillow than in the front.

As shown in FIG. 6 , the bottom portion 4 has been rotated 180 degrees from its position in FIG. 5 . Here, the wider end 14 of the bottom portion 4 is disposed toward the front of the pillow 200, and the narrower end 16 of the bottom portion 4 is disposed toward the rear of the pillow 200. As such, more lift is provided in the front of the pillow than in the back.

Furthermore, as mentioned above, as a third option, the bottom portion 4 can be removed entirely, and the top portion 2 can be placed directly on the sleeping surface. A user might choose this option if they are comfortable with the angle and height of the top portion 2 as is, without the addition of the bottom portion 4.

FIG. 7 shows the attachment 10 removed from the orthopedic contour pillow 200. As discussed above, the attachment 10 is interchangeable with other attachments, for example, hot/cold attachments, attachments with various projection patterns, and a rechargeable massaging attachment.

FIG. 8 shows a top perspective view of the orthopedic contour pillow 200 with the attachment 10 in a state of being attached to the pillow 200 in the neck support portion 6.

FIG. 9 shows the orthopedic contour pillow 200 with the bottom portion 4 and the attachment 10 detached from the top portion 2. The bottom portion 4 has hook/fastener strips 26 for attaching to corresponding hook/fastener strips on the underside of the top portion 2. As mentioned above, other means can be used to attach the top portion 2 and the bottom portion 4, such as male/female snaps, or a specially designed pillow case with a pocket to hold the bottom portion 4 (with zipper access).

Thus, by virtue of the foregoing, it is possible to provide an orthopedic contour pillow that allows a user to adjust the pillow to their personal preference. In addition, they can utilize an interchangeable attachment to provide for various needs, such as pain relief and alleviation of muscle tightness.

While the disclosure has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it is to be understood that the disclosure is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments. The scope of the following claims is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures and functions. For example, it is to be understood that the disclosure contemplates that, to the extent possible, one or more features of any embodiment can be combined with one or more features of any other embodiment. 

1. An orthopedic contour pillow comprising: a top portion; and a bottom portion removably attached to the top portion, wherein the bottom portion has a tapered thickness such that a user can adjust the angle of the orthopedic contour pillow by rotating the bottom portion.
 2. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, wherein the length of the bottom portion extends along the entire length of the top portion.
 3. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, comprising a fastener for removably attaching the bottom portion and the top portion together.
 4. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, comprising a removable attachment disposed in a part of the pillow for supporting the neck.
 5. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 4, wherein the attachment comprises a plurality of protrusions for applying pressure to the neck.
 6. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 4, wherein the attachment comprises a material for absorbing heat.
 7. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 4, wherein the attachment comprises a material that releases heat.
 8. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, wherein the pillow is configured such that the pillow can be used without the bottom portion.
 9. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, comprising flexible polyurethane foam.
 10. The orthopedic contour pillow according to claim 1, further comprising a removable attachment disposed on an underside of a part of the pillow for supporting the neck. 